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Alcohol

Alcohol here refers to a form of ethyl alcohol that’s taken as a drink and is a common social beverage in various parts of the world. They’re usually sold in three general classes: beer, wine and spirits (whiskey, vodka, etc.). It’s also a psychotropic drug, can lead to dependence and various health issues.


  • Covid-19 pandemic making people with anxiety and depression to drink more

    Covid-19 pandemic making people with anxiety and depression to drink more

    Alcohol abuse and depression often occur together. But treating either of them may improve symptoms for both. A few tips to treat both alcohol misuse and depression together.

  • Avoid alcohol during Covid-19 vaccination: Experts explain why

    Avoid alcohol during Covid-19 vaccination: Experts explain why

    Besides refraining from alcohol, one should also avoid other unhealthy activities like smoking and sleepless nights order to get maximum benefit of the Covid-19 vaccine, suggest health experts.

  • A glass of wine a day may up your risk of atrial fibrillation by 16 per cent: Obesity plays a role too

    A glass of wine a day may up your risk of atrial fibrillation by 16 per cent: Obesity plays a role too

    Compared to drinking no alcohol at all, just one alcoholic drink a day was linked to a 16 per cent increased risk of atrial fibrillation.

  • If you enjoy the euphoria of drinking, beware of alcohol use disorder

    If you enjoy the euphoria of drinking, beware of alcohol use disorder

    Having a higher sensitivity to the rewarding effects of alcohol in the brain puts a person at greater risk for developing alcohol use disorder.

  • Don’t mix alcohol with driving: Just half a beer can hamper your hand-eye coordination

    Don’t mix alcohol with driving: Just half a beer can hamper your hand-eye coordination

    A NASA research says that even legal limits of alcohol may be dangerous if you are behind the wheel. Read on to know more about this.

  • How to prevent a trip to the hospital due to 'Holiday Heart Syndrome’ this Christmas

    How to prevent a trip to the hospital due to 'Holiday Heart Syndrome’ this Christmas

    Excessive eating and drinking too much alcohol can not only increase waistlines but also trigger outbreaks of gastroenteritis and salmonella infection and cause heart complaints (holiday heart syndrome).

  • Alcohol can negatively affect your sex life: Fact or fiction?

    Alcohol can negatively affect your sex life: Fact or fiction?

    Most people believe that alcohol has a sort of aphrodisiac effect that helps you get ready for the action. But is it really good for your sexual health? Read on to find out.

  • Dry January: Why giving up on alcohol in 2021 is a good idea?

    Dry January: Why giving up on alcohol in 2021 is a good idea?

    Alcohol is more harmful to your health than you think. Since we are about to enter Dry January, let's start with going sober this 2021 for your health.

  • No alcohol for 2 months after coronavirus vaccine shot, experts tell why

    No alcohol for 2 months after coronavirus vaccine shot, experts tell why

    People will have to observe extra precautions during the 42 days it takes for the Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine to become effective

  • Binge drinking increases as people spend more time at home due to Covid-19 lockdown

    Binge drinking increases as people spend more time at home due to Covid-19 lockdown

    Life stresses triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic and the associated lockdowns has led to increase in hazardous drinking among adults, suggests a new study.

  • Alcohol consumption: 14 drinks a week could be dangerous for AFib patients

    Alcohol consumption: 14 drinks a week could be dangerous for AFib patients

    Heavy drinking or 14 drinks a week can increase risk of stroke, embolism (a blocked artery) and other heart-related complications in AFib patients, warn researchers.

  • Excess alcohol can lead to drunkorexia in young women: 5 natural remedies to quit drinking

    Excess alcohol can lead to drunkorexia in young women: 5 natural remedies to quit drinking

    Over-consumption of alcohol can put young women at risk of drunkorexia, which may lead to excess weight gain. Read on to know a few natural remedies which you can try to get rid of your drinking habits.

  • Liquor shops open amidst lockdown: Beware! Too much alcohol may increase stroke risk

    Liquor shops open amidst lockdown: Beware! Too much alcohol may increase stroke risk

    Researchers say heavy alcohol consumption may increase your risk of having a stroke or developing peripheral artery disease (PAD). You know drinking is a bad habit, but still struggling to quit it? We understand that it is easier said than done. But these tips may definitely help you overcome your alcohol addiction.

  • Heavy drinking can easily add 4 cm to your waistline

    Heavy drinking can easily add 4 cm to your waistline

    Daily drinkers, beware. Heavy drinking in old age was linked to a 1.5 inch (4cm) larger waist and increased stroke risk in men.

  • Beware! Heavy drinking can increase your waistline, stroke risk

    Beware! Heavy drinking can increase your waistline, stroke risk

    Excessive alcohol use is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Over time, heavy drinking can result in the development of many chronic diseases.

  • How long does marijuana stay in your system?

    How long does marijuana stay in your system?

    How long marijuana can stay in a person's body or continue to show in a drug test depends on many factors.

  • Drinking during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight

    Drinking during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight

    Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight and poor cognitive function, according to a new research.

  • Today health tips: Stop destroying your liver with these bad habits

    Today health tips: Stop destroying your liver with these bad habits

    In our today's health tips series, we will talk about some of the common bad habits that can sabotage your liver. It's not just alcohol.

  • Both alcohol addiction and abstinence may affect brain function

    Both alcohol addiction and abstinence may affect brain function

    The researcher said that the findings undermine the idea that alcohol addiction is simply a psychological condition or consequence of lifestyle.

  • Pancreatitis: Understand its causes and how to manage it

    Pancreatitis: Understand its causes and how to manage it

    Alcohol abuse and gallstones are the two main causes of pancreatitis. Chronic pancreatitis can result in diabetes, weight loss and anemia. Follow these recommendations to manage your pancreatitis:

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